An experiment in applied philanthropy, the Occidental Fine Arts Center mission is to develop exceptional artists and explore how their skills can serve community connection and healing.
The Seattle Prize
A fellowship nurturing exceptional artists to create masterful works that explore profound human experiences—cultivating the skill necessary for art that truly heals.
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Love Portrait Program
Connecting exceptional local artists with meaningful portrait commissions—pairing artists with interesting subjects to create works celebrating human connection.
Learn More →Our Mission
We believe in the power of traditional art to connect us, to heal divisions, and to remind us of our shared humanity. Our programs are designed to be a living demonstration of this belief—art as a service, a gift, and a bridge.